University of Nottingham's Groundbreaking Hydrogen Propulsion Lab Receives Funding
Key Ideas
- The University of Nottingham's hydrogen propulsion lab at Jubilee Campus has received funding from UKRPIF and industry partners for high-power testing of propulsion systems.
- The lab will be equipped with cryogenic test capabilities and environmental chambers to test gaseous hydrogen, ammonia, and other green fuels for the transport industry.
- The facility is expected to be operational by mid-2026 and aims to establish the East Midlands as a leader in zero carbon innovation and decarbonization efforts.
- The PEMC is involved in the Hy2FlyGHT initiative to develop a 2MW aviation system, aligning with the university's focus on sustainable aircraft and hydrogen technology.
The University of Nottingham has received approval and funding from the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF) and industry partners to establish a new hydrogen propulsion lab at its Jubilee Campus in Nottingham. The lab aims to conduct high-power testing of propulsion systems for the transport industry and will be connected to the adjacent Power Electronics and Machines Centre (PEMC). Equipped with cryogenic test capabilities and environmental chambers, the facility will enable testing of gaseous hydrogen, ammonia, and other green fuels, with an expected operational timeline of mid-2026. Professor Chris Gerada highlighted the significance of this initiative in establishing the East Midlands as a leader in zero carbon innovation. The university's involvement in the Hy2FlyGHT initiative further emphasizes its commitment to sustainable aviation by developing a 2MW system for larger aircraft, leveraging the capabilities of the upcoming hydrogen propulsion lab.